Ocef 500 Tablet Information

Ocef 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Ocef 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Ocef 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ocef 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ocef 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Ocef 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Ocef 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ocef 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Ocef 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ocef 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Ocef 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Ocef Benefits & Uses
Ocef Dosage & How to Take
Ocef Side Effects
Ocef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ocef with Other Drugs
Ocef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ocef
Ocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ocef 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ocef 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ocef 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ocef 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ocef 500 Tablet is used -

Ocef 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ocef 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Ocef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Ocef 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Ocef.

Safe
What is the effect of Ocef 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ocef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ocef 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Ocef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ocef 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Using Ocef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ocef 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Ocef 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Ocef 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ocef 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Ocef 500 Tablet

Is this Ocef 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ocef 500 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ocef 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ocef 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Ocef 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ocef 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ocef 500 Tablet

Taking Ocef 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocef 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ocef 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

Ocef 500 Tablet

Ocef 500 Tablet

Ocef 500 Tablet Information

Ocef 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ocef 500 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Ocef 500 Tablet Side Effects

Ocef 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Ocef 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Ocef 500 Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Ocef 500 Tablet

Ocef 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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